Job Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Specialist Clinical Pharmacist in Cancer and Aseptics to join the Pharmacy team at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust. You will be based across Wycombe and Stoke Mandeville Hospitals. You will be responsible for delivering a high-quality clinical pharmacy service to oncology and haematology wards and cancer day units. You will also provide pharmacist support to the aseptic services unit and be involved in the provision of clinical trials for cancer patients, ensuring the safe, effective, and evidence-based use of medicines.
Responsibilities
- Develop and provide clinical pharmacy services across the cancer directorate, including specialist haematology wards, adult oncology and haematology day units, cancer outpatients, community-based paediatric oncology, and Florence Nightingale Hospice (FNH).
- Provide specialised professional education and support to pharmacy and clinical staff in relevant areas, enhancing standards and quality of patient care.
- Support the aseptic unit manager on a rotational basis in the day-to-day running of the pharmacy aseptic unit.
- Support and deputise for the Advanced Pharmacist for Cancer and Aseptics as required.
- Deliver tailored medicines advice and guidance directly to patients and carers, including explaining treatment regimens, providing practical tips for adherence, and addressing any queries to enhance patient understanding and confidence.
- Maintain detailed records of interventions, monitor trends in medicine use, and achieve competence in specialised IT systems such as BOPA and Aria to support safe and efficient chemotherapy preparation and management.
Qualifications
- GPhC-registered pharmacist
- Experience in oncology/haematology pharmacy
- Competent in chemotherapy/aseptic preparation
- Able to provide patient counselling and education
- Experience supporting or leading pharmacy teams
Additional Information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service is required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Contract and Remuneration
- Closing date: 07 January 2027
- Reference number: M0042-86784
- Band: 7
- Salary: £30.27 an hour
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Contract: Bank
- Duration: 12 months
- Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
- Job locations:
- Stoke Mandeville Hospital NHS Trust — Mandeville Road, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP21 8AL
- Wycombe General Hospital — Queen Alexandra Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP11 2TT
Contact
Saifta Ajmerisaifta.ajmeri@nhsprofessionals.nhs.uk
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